Question 1

What is a surety bond?

Accepted Answer

A surety bond is a three-party contract where a surety company guarantees to a third party (the obligee) that you (the principal) will fulfill an obligation — typically following state regulations, completing a contract, or honoring a court appointment.

Question 2

How do I know which bond I need?

Accepted Answer

The entity requiring the bond — your state licensing board, city permit office, or a court — should tell you the exact name and amount of the bond required. Use our search bar to find that exact name in the catalog.

Question 3

Do I need to choose my state?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bonds are usually specific to state regulations, and sometimes to a city or county within that state. Always filter the catalog by where you're applying for your license, permit, or court proceeding.

Question 4

Can I really buy a bond online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bond Titan connects you directly to the secure My Bond App portal. For many bonds you can complete the application, pay, and receive your bond documents entirely online in minutes.

Question 5

What happens after I click “Buy This Bond Online”?

Accepted Answer

A new tab opens and takes you to the secure application portal for that specific bond. You'll enter your business and personal details, get a quote, and complete checkout. Many bonds are issued instantly on payment.

Question 6

Is my payment secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The checkout flow runs on the My Bond App portal, which uses encrypted payment processing and standard surety underwriting. Bond Titan never sees or stores your card details.

Question 7

What if my bond is for a city or county?

Accepted Answer

We carry local jurisdiction bonds too. Select your state in the catalog and a Local Jurisdiction filter will appear, letting you narrow down to your specific city or county.

Question 8

Are contractor bonds and license bonds the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Contractor bonds are often a type of license and permit bond. But specific requirements exist for general contractors versus specialty trades like electricians or plumbers — so search for your specific trade if your state requires it.

Question 9

What is a probate bond?

Accepted Answer

A probate bond (sometimes called a fiduciary bond) is required by a court to ensure an executor, administrator, or guardian acts honestly and lawfully when managing someone else's estate or assets.

Question 10

What is a notary bond?

Accepted Answer

Many states require notaries public to carry a notary bond, which protects the public from financial harm caused by improper notarization.